Product Overview
The Yoko YK053 Hi-Vis Mandarin Collar Zip Neck Polo represents a sophisticated advancement in high-visibility workwear. Combining a professional aesthetic with the rigorous safety requirements of modern industrial environments, this polo shirt is manufactured from a high-quality waffle piqué fabric derived entirely from recycled polyester. This choice of material demonstrates a commitment to sustainability without compromising on the garment's performance or the wearer's comfort.
Designed with a contemporary mandarin collar and a zip neck, this garment offers a sharper, more formal appearance than standard hi-vis tops, making it an excellent choice for supervisors, site managers, or any professional who needs to remain visible while maintaining a smart corporate image. Its certification to EN ISO20471 Class 2 ensures you remain compliant with safety regulations on-site.
Key Features
- Recycled Waffle Piqué Fabric: This lightweight material provides excellent moisture management and breathability, keeping the wearer cool during physical activity.
- Heat-Sealed Comfort Reflective Trims: Unlike traditional sewn-on tape, these heat-sealed trims allow the fabric to stretch and breathe, significantly improving comfort and range of motion.
- UPF 40+ UV Protection: The fabric is engineered to block harmful ultraviolet rays, providing essential protection for those working outdoors in direct sunlight.
- Mandarin Collar and Zip Neck: This design provides a neater, more structured look compared to traditional polo shirts, ideal for maintaining a professional appearance.
- Twin-Needle Stitching: Reinforced seams ensure the garment can withstand the rigours of daily work without unravelling or failing at the joints.
Design & Performance
The performance of the YK053 is rooted in its technical fabric construction. The waffle piqué weave creates a textured surface that increases the surface area for moisture evaporation, making it a highly effective choice for active roles. The relaxed fit and split hem are deliberate design choices that allow for greater freedom of movement, ensuring the garment does not restrict the wearer when climbing or reaching.
Safety is integrated into the design via two 6cm-wide reflective trims around the body and one over each arm. Because these are heat-sealed rather than stitched, there is no internal seam friction, which often causes irritation in lower-quality hi-vis garments. The contrast navy shoulders help to mask grease and dirt in high-contact areas, extending the time the garment looks clean during a shift.
Customisation: Print & Embroidery
This polo shirt is specifically designed to be decoration-friendly, making it a perfect canvas for your company branding. Our Telford-based team, with expertise dating back to 1976, can apply your logo using either print or embroidery to ensure your team looks unified and professional.
For this specific garment, embroidery is highly recommended on the chest area to provide a durable, high-quality finish that complements the smart mandarin collar. If you require large-scale branding on the back, our advanced printing techniques provide a sharp, vibrant result that remains flexible. Our in-house experts ensure that any customisation maintains the garment's compliance with safety standards.
Use Cases
This garment is ideal for various sectors including construction, logistics, and site management. The Hi-Vis Orange and Orange/Navy versions specifically conform to RIS-3279-TOM, making them suitable for use within the UK rail industry. It is particularly effective for outdoor workers during summer months due to its built-in UV protection and breathable fabric.
Why MyWorkwear
Since 1976, MyWorkwear has been at the forefront of the technical clothing industry. Operating from our specialized facility in Telford, we combine decades of heritage with modern customisation technology. We understand that workwear is an investment in your team's safety and your brand's reputation, which is why we oversee every stage of the production process in-house.
Practical Advice
The YK053 features a relaxed fit, providing ample room for movement. If you prefer a more tailored appearance, we recommend checking our sizing guide closely. This polo works exceptionally well as a standalone piece in warm weather or as a moisture-wicking base layer beneath a waterproof hi-vis jacket in more inclement conditions. Being tag-free, it also eliminates the risk of neck irritation throughout the day.
Caring for your product
To maintain the high-visibility properties and the integrity of the reflective trims, this garment should be washed at a maximum temperature of 40°C. Using a normal washing process helps ensure the recycled polyester fibres remain strong and the fluorescent dyes remain vibrant.
You must not use bleach, as this will degrade the reflective materials and compromise the safety certification of the polo. Avoid tumble drying and do not iron the garment; high heat can damage the heat-sealed reflective trims, causing them to crack or peel. Similarly, dry cleaning should be avoided as the chemicals used can strip the fluorescent finish.
Please note that this garment has a maximum limit of 25 wash cycles. Exceeding this may result in a reduction of the visibility performance below the required safety standards, at which point the garment should be replaced to ensure continued protection.
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